nancy patterson on sun 28 dec 03
I love my L & L!I believe it costs a bit more, but it has been worth it for
me. I had some pieces explode in the kiln a few weeks ago and since the L &
L kilns seem to have the elements more protected they were safe from the
exploding pieces and consequent glaze. As for longevity I will have to get
back to you as I have only had the kiln for one year and about 25 firings.
Best of luck with your new studio and happy new year!
nancy
On 12/28/03 8:20 PM, "Linda M" wrote:
> I will be establishing my own studio this spring.
>
> My question is what make of kiln does everyone prefer?
>
> I know that I want an automatic (or digital) one not one with
> a sitter. Everyone around here seems to prefer the Skutt brand.
> However, I can't seem to find any used automatic ones. Is this
> good or bad?
>
> Please give me your opinion on which brand is the best.
>
> Thank you.
> Linda M from North Carolina
>
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Linda M on sun 28 dec 03
I will be establishing my own studio this spring.
My question is what make of kiln does everyone prefer?
I know that I want an automatic (or digital) one not one with
a sitter. Everyone around here seems to prefer the Skutt brand.
However, I can't seem to find any used automatic ones. Is this
good or bad?
Please give me your opinion on which brand is the best.
Thank you.
Linda M from North Carolina
John Rodgers on sun 28 dec 03
Linda, a kiln is a long term investment. Be sure and get a kiln capable
of handling at least cone 10. You will find that over the long haul, it
will serve you well. You will find that in your career, you will like to
try firings at hotter temps. Not possible if the kilns temperature limit
is relatively low.
Regards,
John Rodgers
Chelsea, AL
Linda M wrote:
>I will be establishing my own studio this spring.
>
>My question is what make of kiln does everyone prefer?
>
>I know that I want an automatic (or digital) one not one with
>a sitter. Everyone around here seems to prefer the Skutt brand.
>However, I can't seem to find any used automatic ones. Is this
>good or bad?
>
>Please give me your opinion on which brand is the best.
>
>Thank you.
>Linda M from North Carolina
>
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>Send postings to clayart@lsv.ceramics.org
>
>You may look at the archives for the list or change your subscription
>settings from http://www.ceramics.org/clayart/
>
>Moderator of the list is Mel Jacobson who may be reached at melpots@pclink.com.
>
>
>
william schran on mon 29 dec 03
Linda M wrote: >I know that I want an automatic (or digital) one not one wit=
h
a sitter. Everyone around here seems to prefer the Skutt brand.
However, I can't seem to find any used automatic ones. Is this
good or bad?
Please give me your opinion on which brand is the best.<
Asking which kiln is best is like asking which automobile is best -
everybody has their opinion based on their own experiences.
I believe, as with most all equipment, the more "stuff" you add, the
more things you have to go wrong.
I think many folks believe getting an "automatic" kiln will solve all
their firing problems.
I'm not against programmable kilns. There is a place for them. If I
get a grant approved at school, we'll be purchasing a small L&L
programmable kiln to do our crystalline glaze firings.
I've said this before, and I will continue to urge everyone, to
ALWAYS use witness cones, even if the kiln is firing itself.
Bill in Fredericksburg, VA where it's supposed to get up to 60=B0F
today. Got up to 70=B0F last New Year's Eve.
william schran on mon 29 dec 03
nancy wrote: > I had some pieces explode in the kiln a few weeks ago
and since the L &
L kilns seem to have the elements more protected they were safe from the
exploding pieces and consequent glaze<
If you have not already done this, be sure to check all of the
elements holders very carefully using a flashlight and a vacuum
cleaner with a small diameter attachment to make certain you've
gotten all the little bits of clay/glaze out of the holder.
Bill
Carol Tripp on tue 30 dec 03
Dear Linda,
Perhaps you've received some answers off line but I rather doubt it. It
would be advisable for you to dive into the Clayart Archives and use
http://www.potters.org/categories.htm
These two places are like a vast library at you fingertips and there is no
waiting around for people to answer or not. You can read up on the many and
varied opinions of Clayarters and then decide for yourself.
You aren't the first person to ask 'which kiln' and won't be the last. But
as someone told me when I asked 'which kiln' some years ago, you'll have to
look this one up.
If, after researching, you have a specific question, pose it. You should
get some answers then.
I do not mean to sound dictatorial. Good luck.
Best regards,
Carol
Dubai, UAE
>
>Linda M wrote: >I know that I want an automatic (or digital) one not one
>with
>a sitter. Everyone around here seems to prefer the Skutt brand.
>However, I can't seem to find any used automatic ones. Is this
>good or bad?
>Please give me your opinion on which brand is the best.<
>
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